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Getting Started with the fenix 6S

If you are setting up a fenix 6S for the first time, the following steps walk you through the process to help you get the most out of your new watch.

Setting up the fenix 6S

When powering on the fenix 6S for the first time, you will be prompted to configure your user setting and preferences on the watch. These settings can be changed at any time.

Power on the fenix 6S by holding Light.
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LIGHT
Press to turn the backlight on and off.
Press to turn the device on.
Hold to view the controls menu.
UP/MENU
Press to scroll through the widget loop and menus.
Hold to view the menu.
DOWN
Press to scroll through the widget loop and menus.
Hold to view the music controls from any screen.
START/STOP
Press to view the activity list and start or stop an activity.
Press to choose an option in a menu.
BACK/LAP
Press to return to the previous screen.
Press to record a lap, rest, or transition during a multisport activity.
Hold to view the watch face from any screen.
Choose your language by scrolling through the list using UP and DOWN, press START to select the language.
Pair the watch to your smartphone with the Garmin Connect app (optional).
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Why pair to a phone? Learn more about Connected Features
Need more help pairing? These instructions will help with Pairing Your Smartphone to Your Device
Having other issues? See: Garmin Connect App Bluetooth Troubleshooting
Proceed through the onscreen prompts to select your preferences and user settings.
Set up the Activity Menu by selecting your favorites (optional).
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Press START to access the Activity Menu.
Use UP and DOWN to scroll through the list of available activity types.
Press START to select each activity you wish to use.
Select Done when finished.